
Anti-Discriminatory Practice
Equality, Diversity and Social Justice
Neil Thompson(Author)
Palgrave Macmillan (Publisher)
5th Edition
Published on 2. March 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-0-230-25013-0 (ISBN)
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Description
Contemporary society is characterised by its ever-increasing diversity. Having sold over 70,000 copies across its four editions, Neil Thompson's classic text remains a trusted introduction to the challenges of promoting social justice and equality. Addressing the ways in which social workers can effectively challenge inequality within society, the book explores the many forms of discrimination that can lead to disadvantage, disempowerment and oppression. Written with Thompson's inimitable clarity, this edition features: * Three all-new chapters, including a contextual introduction and chapters on sexuality and religious discrimination; * An explicit theory base, through extended discussion of the widely used PCS model; * A range of questions for reflection and comprehensive guidance on further reading, incorporating books, articles and websites. Today, good social work practice must be anti-discriminatory. This fully updated edition is therefore an essential read for the next generation of social work students, practitioners, managers and educators.
Reviews / Votes
Reviews of the previous edition: 'Undoubtedly, Anti-Discriminatory Practice remains an important text for us all.' - British Journal of Social Work 'This book should be read by any student who is training to be a human services practitioner. Good practice has to be anti-discriminatory practice, and Thompson sensitively explains why we all need to challenge our own prejudices on an ongoing basis.' - Andrea Hollomotz, Lecturer, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK 'Classic text, useful on all social work modules.' - Robert Goemans, Faculty of Health Life & Social Sciences, University of Lincoln, UK 'Neil Thompson's books continue to be essential reading for students.' - Dave Mason, Lecturer, Faculty of Health, Staffordshire University, UKMore details
Series
Edition
5th Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Basingstoke
United Kingdom
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 217 mm
Width: 137 mm
Thickness: 14 mm
Weight
301 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-230-25013-0 (9780230250130)
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Red Globe Press
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Person
NEIL THOMPSON is a highly respected writer, teacher and advisor with over 34 years' experience in the people professions. He has held full or honorary professorships at four UK universities, and is now a sought-after trainer, consultant and conference speaker. His personal website and blog are at www.neilthompson.info.
Content
Preface Introduction Equality, Diversity and Social Justice The Theory Base Gender and Sexism Ethnicity and Racism Ageism and Alienation Disability and Social Handicap Sexuality and Heterosexism Faith and Religious Discrimination Conclusion Guide to Further Learning